proper size disk

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Oldstuff

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'63 Ford 2000
I did a search and could not find anything that will match the correct size for me, so, What would be the correct size disk for a Ford model 2000 with 36 engine HP and 31 PTO HP?

Thanks,
Oldstuff
 
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depends on a lot of variables, width of disk, disc diameter, weight of unit, soil make up. I have an old ford 6' x 16" disk that is very heavy on a similar sized 4x4 tractor and it is all she wants in heavy clay soil, I don't think the 2 wheel would pull it. An 8' TSC special would probably pull like a toy behind that tractor.
 
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What would be the correct size disk for a Ford model 2000 with 36 engine HP and 31 PTO HP?

There really is no correct size In feet as there are a few variables involved. With your tractor there are some eight foot disks you would not be able to move, others that would be ideal.

So, in general, consider looking for a smallish disk. Lighter weight with small diameter disks.:)
 
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OK, then what weight limits are we talking- about 600 to 700 pounds maximum? If I was wanting a 66 to 72 inch wide in order to cover the tire tracks (tires are 64 inches wide) what individual disk size would I be looking for? This is a food plot on good quality top soil type ground (no clay or rocks) that gets replanted every fourth year. 6 foot wide by what diameter disk for this tractor?
 
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My Ford 2000 had more than enough power for a light duty, 6.5 ft, 18", Dearborn disc. This disc was actually made for the lighter, and slightly less powerfull Ford n-series tractors. A 3-point disc of any make would be my last choice for a food plot tool. If you have nice soil, without a lot of rocks, consider a tiller. I have yet to hear from anyone, who has used both a 3-point disc and tiller on smaller plots, who prefers the disc. If your plots will be more than a couple of acres in size, consider a pull-type disc, which are far more effective that 3-points. Your tractor would easily handle a 8 or 10 ft pull-type disc. If you dont need to move the disc over the road after purchase, an old pull-type without a lift cylinder can often be had for a couple hundred bucks. A pull-type disc will do a better job with less weight per disc because all sections maintain better soil contact.
 
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I had a 2000 Ford Gas on the farm some years ago and I got along well in various soil conditions with a 3 point 6 1/2 ft disc (20x18) weighing about 800. Ken Sweet
 
 

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